Definition:
(Overstreet: 89-75)
(Abbreviated as VF)
Beware if any older comic book is graded above this mark. Due to the nature of paper, discoloration is expected over time. Even then, for an older comic to be in the “Very Fine” category it needs to be pretty exceptional. Buyer beware.
The cover should be mostly flat but may have some wear.
The colors of the cover may be slightly faded.
Corners may be slightly creased.
May have minor printing and binding defects.
The pages may be yellowish in color.
There should be no stains or major discoloration.
Near Mint
Very Fine
Fine
Very Good
Good
Fair
Poor
Very Fine
(CGC: 9.0-7.0)(Overstreet: 89-75)
(Abbreviated as VF)
Beware if any older comic book is graded above this mark. Due to the nature of paper, discoloration is expected over time. Even then, for an older comic to be in the “Very Fine” category it needs to be pretty exceptional. Buyer beware.
For a comic book to be considered, “Very Fine” it needs to meet the following criteria:
Outside:
The CoverThe cover should be mostly flat but may have some wear.
The colors of the cover may be slightly faded.
Corners may be slightly creased.
The Spine
May have slight wear.
The spine should be flat, but some lines may be visible.
Inside:
The PagesMay have minor printing and binding defects.
The pages may be yellowish in color.
There should be no stains or major discoloration.
Overall:
The comic should still look good with only minor imperfections.An Example Of A Fine Condition Comic Book
Fine Comic Book GalleryOther Comic Book Terms:
MintNear Mint
Very Fine
Fine
Very Good
Good
Fair
Poor
Pronunciation: ver-ee fahyn
Examples: That comic book is in very fine condition.
